Super Eagles head coach Eric Sekou Chelle is expected to unveil a 28-man squad this week for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, which begins on December 21 in Morocco.
Chelle has spent the past days firming up his selection after Nigeria’s poor outing in the CAF Play-Offs, holding consultations with senior players and reviewing options across all departments.
The 48-year-old Franco-Malian tactician also briefed the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Technical Committee on his plans on Monday.
A federation official who spoke to SCORENigeria described Chelle as “sound and highly knowledgeable,” adding that the coach has “a clear vision for the team” ahead of the continental campaign.
Meanwhile, our correspondent gather last night that the 48-year-old tactician will unveil his AFCON list this week without any further delay with clock ticking for the kick-off of the AFCON on December 21.
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“ The Super Eagles provisional list is ready and might even be released this week ,” a decent source told NationSport.
Chelle has openly stated his goal to win Nigeria’s fourth AFCON title, building on their previous victories in 1980, 1994 and 2013. He expressed confidence that the team will be mentally prepared, having played under pressure since March.
“Of course we want to win it (AFCON title) ,”Chelle said in a recent interview with CAF .“ Personally, I want to win AFCON.
“My last — and first — AFCON was a fantastic experience. I think Morocco will be a great tournament, too. The players feel the same.
“Since March we’ve played every match under pressure. When we set foot in Morocco, that pressure will be familiar. We’ll be ready mentally and in our collective mind-set,” he added.
Meanwhile, South Africa has already become the first country to name their official squad for the tournament, with coach Hugo Broos including two uncapped 20-year-olds.
The announcement of the Super Eagles’ squad for AFCON 2025 is anticipated imminently as preparations intensify for the continental championship.
